English Explanatory Dictionary

cat burglar

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A particularly stealthy burglar, especially one who gains undetected entry through the use of agility.

Pronunciation

/kæt ˈbɜːɡlə/ /ˈkæt ˌbɝɡlɚ/

Word forms

cat burglar cat burglars

Etymology

From cat + burglar.

Derived words

cat-burglar cat-burglarize cat burglary cat-burgle
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